Job Description
The Embryologist I reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.
Responsibilities:
- Performs laboratory assignments correctly and reliably, including routine procedures and quality control tests, as described in the Laboratory Procedure Manual.
- Certain amount of assignments will take place on weekend and after regular working hours.
- Contribute to patient management by communication laboratory findings and interpretations of the findings with physicians, nurses and patients, if appropriate.
- Assist laboratory director in maintaining and updating laboratory supplies.
- Assist laboratory director in data collection and analysis.
- Participate in continuing education activities.
- Participate in continuing quality improvement programs of the foundation and laboratory.
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor's degree in biological or chemical sciences or equivalent relevant experience.
- Zero (0) to two (2) years of experience in a relevant role.
- Previous experience in micromanipulation, tissue culture, sterile techniques and egg iteration.
Preferred:
Additional Information
Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.
Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.
